Uncover the secrets of a humble wildflower with remarkable potential.Self-heal, often overlooked in a world of vibrant blooms, holds a rich history and promising future in the realm of natural wellness. This comprehensive guide delves into the fascinating world of this versatile plant, offering a unique blend of historical insights, modern-day research, and practical applications.Embark on a captivating journey through:-The Ancient Legacy: Explore Self-heal's histor...

Uncover the powerful healing potential of horehound (Marrubium Vulgare) in this comprehensive guide for herbalists, natural health enthusiasts, and anyone seeking time-tested remedies. From its rich history in traditional medicine to cutting-edge scientific research, this book explores every facet of this remarkable herb.Perfect for both beginners and experienced herbalists, you'll learn:• The fascinating history of horehound across cultures• Detailed botanical info...

The burned-out, Oscar-Nominated actor Chase Derrick thinks he is getting away from it all but instead, walks right into it the day he enters the gorgeous B&B known as Bella Lakeside. His saving grace is meeting the gorgeous Jenna, someone he never expected to find on a small island in the Canadian Great Lakes. As he reads the thick old book given to him by his lovable British housekeeper Maggie, a story begins to unfold that explains why he is seeing and hearing horrible things, why he's b...

Unlock the secrets of Goldenrod. This guide is perfect for beginners, gardeners, and herbalists seeking to expand their knowledge of herbalism and natural remedies. Whether you're looking to cultivate Goldenrod in your garden or explore its health benefits, this book is your resource for everything related to this extraordinary plant.Inside this essential herbalism guide, you'll discover:-Historical Context: Delve into goldenrod's fascinating history, from its traditional u...

A hand-picked set of stories, Blue Collar, is a fascinating compilation of real stories, experiences, and inspiring wisdom from a diverse group of writers from around the world. The stories offer genuine insight into the lives of people who work with their hands - often called "blue-collar" workers. Readers will find inspiration in the words of these authors, who share their triumphs and struggles in an honest and authentic way.Here’s a sample of the stories you will find:A...

Poems of Strength, Love, and Inspiration.This book will take you on a thought-provoking journey alongside a group of young authors as they celebrate life and open their souls to share their struggles, triumphs, and wisdom through captivating poems coming from the heart.An unforgettable collection of poems that remind us that we are not alone and that there is hope for the future.Immerse in these poems to warm your soul:Just A Bunch of Jersey Girls - Race for...

Modern beer has little in common with the drink that carried that name through the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Looking at a time when beer was often a nutritional necessity, was sometimes used as medicine, could be flavored with everything from the bark of fir trees to thyme and fresh eggs, and was consumed by men, women, and children alike, Beer in the Middle Ages and Renaissance presents an extraordinarily detailed history of the business, art, and governance of brewing.

A compelling new biography of America’s most powerful Speaker of the House, who held the divided nation together for three decades and who was Lincoln’s guiding lightIn a little known chapter of early American history, a fearless Kentucky lawyer rids Congress of corruption and violence in an era when congressmen debated with bullets as well as ballots. Harlow Giles Unger reveals how Henry Clay, the youngest congressman ever elected Speaker of the House, rewrote congressional rules ...

A must-listen collection of four bibliomysteries by bestselling and award-winning authorsBibliomysteries Volume 3 includes:● "The Hemingway Valise" by Robert Olen Butler● "Dead Dames Don't Sing" by John Harvey● "The Dark Door" by Lisa Unger● "Bibliotheca Classica" by Simon Brett

The emerging environmental justice movement has created greater awareness among scholars that communities from all over the world suffer from similar environmental inequalities. This volume takes up the challenge of linking the focussed campaigns and insights from African American campaigns for environmental justice with the perspectives of this global group of environmentally marginalized groups. The editorial team has drawn on Washington's work, on Paul Rosier's study of Native American ...

A passionate and meticulously researched argument against the Harper government's war on scienceIn this arresting and passionately argued indictment, award-winning journalist Chris Turner contends that Stephen Harper's attack on basic science, science communication, environmental regulations, and the environmental NGO community is the most vicious assault ever waged by a Canadian government on the fundamental principles of the Enlightenment. From the closure of Arctic research stat...

In Ethnicity, Inc. anthropologists John L. and Jean Comaroff analyze a new moment in the history of human identity: its rampant commodification. Through a wide-ranging exploration of the changing relationship between culture and the market, they address a pressing question: Wherein lies the future of ethnicity?Their account begins in South Africa, with the incorporation of an ethno-business in venture capital by a group of traditional African chiefs. But their horizons are...